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Welcome to The Artful Element; original art by professional photographer Darin Ashton. My work covers a wide variety of subjects including sports, landscapes and my popular vintage boat series.
I offer ready to hang canvas art, sleek aluminum prints, as well as unframed photographic prints. My products feature the highest quality materials and workmanship, made in the USA, and are designed to last.
Special requests, such as custom image combinations, sizes, personalized artwork, black and white, etc. are always welcome, as are any questions you may have. Contact me via Etsy Convo, and I will return your inquiry as soon as possible.
Be sure to ❤️follow my shop to receive shop updates and information on sales in your Etsy feed!
Enjoy your visit!
-Darin
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Sign in with Apple user on May 27, 2023
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful high quality prints, fast shipping
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Sharon on Mar 21, 2023
5 out of 5 starsGreat piece of art for our lake house. Very good quality! Would definitely recommend!
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Deb on May 21, 2023
5 out of 5 starsI LOVE this print!!! Excellent customer service, excellent communication, very high quality print and wrapped very well to avoid any shipping damage! I would recommend this seller to anyone and look forward to my next purchase thru Darin. Five Stars
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Chris on May 9, 2023
5 out of 5 starsI love these photos! Quality is 10/10! This is the second time I’ve ordered from the shop. Highly, highly recommend! Photos are perfect for our Lakehouse and look great on white shiplap!
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Tammy on May 6, 2023
5 out of 5 starsLove it! Colors are even better in person and the seller was quick to check in and respond.
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Julie on Apr 29, 2023
4 out of 5 starsI love it more from a distance than up close, but the beach vibe makes me happy.
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Mindy on Apr 29, 2023
5 out of 5 starsWe absolutely love this large stunner in our guest bedroom at the lake. The colors are so vivid. The canvas is professionally made with attention to detail. The artwork itself is captivating and everyone who sees it gives us so many compliments. I will continue to buy from Darrin. He is a trusted seller and has the best customer service. But with extreme confidence.
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About TheArtfulElement
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Beautiful sunset (it was colder than it looks)
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Some of the best photography conditions aren't the most enjoyable for hiking. Luckily, I didn't get soaked this time!
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Spring blooms signal the end of winter
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Studio days are some of my favorite.
Welcome!
Shop members
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Darin
Owner, Photographer
I am a professional photographer located in Northern California.
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Sam
Assistant
Sam is a "double doodle"! He spends his days following me around with a tennis ball.
Production partners
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Fine Art Print & Canvas Manufacturer
CA, United States
My fine art prints and canvases are produced by an industry leading art printing company. Using only premium, heavyweight materials, their prints are beautiful and designed to last.
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Professional Photofinishing Lab
Eagan, MN
My photographs are printed by an industry leading photofinishing lab, using heavy Kodak Professional paper for unmatched sharpness, and brilliant image quality.
Shop policies
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Cancellations
Cancellations: not accepted
Please contact the seller if you have any problems with your order.
More information
Frequently asked questions
Are your black and white images available in color?
Often times, yes, black and white images can be in color. Also, I'm happy to convert color images to black and white, too.
Do you offer international shipping?
Yes I do, for most of my products. Please contact me for a quote.
Custom and personalized orders
I am happy to customize your order whenever possible. Some examples are custom sizes, personalizing art with a name or quote, or even custom photo sets.
Do you offer framing services?
I do not currently offer framing, however, I make every attempt to offer my prints in standard sizes, allowing you to purchase off the shelf frames online or from your local craft or frame store.
Wholesale availability
Yes, please contact me if you would like to discuss wholesale.
Do you offer sizes other than those listed?
Yes! My listings contain only a small offering of the sizes I have available. Please contact me to discuss your specific needs.
Do you offer digital downloads?
I realize that sometimes there is a need to purchase a quick gift, so I currently offer a limited selection of personalized sports prints as digital downloads. However, the majority of my work is only available as a physical item. Having complete control of the entire fulfillment process allows me to ensure that my work is presented as intended in regard to color and overall quality.
Where do your pictures come from?
My camera! All photographic images I offer are original works, taking and edited by me!